Description
A smoky and spicy chicken dish inspired by the beloved Chipotle flavor, perfect for family meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts or Thighs (boneless preferred)
- 2–4 Chipotle Peppers in Adobo (to taste)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 Onion (yellow or white, chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- Juice of 2 Limes
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped, for serving)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix chopped chipotle peppers, minced garlic, onion, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Prep the Chicken: Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let It Rest: Take the chicken off the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the chicken and serve over rice, in tortillas, or salad, topped with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu. Adjust spice levels with the number of chipotle peppers used in the marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chipotle Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Family Recipe, Spicy Chicken, Mexican Cuisine